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Find cheap flights from Detroit to Chicago from £40

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Detroit to Chicago departing on 27/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Detroit to Chicago, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Chicago

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Detroit to Chicago that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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18:05 - 18:35DTW-ORD
1h 30mdirect
08:45 - 11:06ORD-DTW
1h 21mdirect
£78Delta
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Tue, 30 Apr - Wed, 1 May
17:53 - 18:17DTW-ORD
1h 24mdirect
07:09 - 09:30ORD-DTW
1h 21mdirect
£86Delta
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Tue, 7 May - Wed, 8 May
08:25 - 08:49DTW-ORD
1h 24mdirect
08:45 - 11:06ORD-DTW
1h 21mdirect
£94Delta
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Sat, 27 Apr - Sun, 28 Apr
15:14 - 21:43DTW-ORD
7h 29m1 stop
11:14 - 23:27ORD-DTW
11h 13m1 stop
£98Spirit Airlines
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Tue, 7 May - Wed, 8 May
16:10 - 16:33DTW-ORD
1h 23mdirect
19:12 - 21:33ORD-DTW
1h 21mdirect
£102Delta
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Sat, 18 May - Mon, 20 May
07:14 - 07:40DTW-ORD
1h 26mdirect
19:30 - 21:53ORD-DTW
1h 23mdirect
£110Delta
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Fri, 26 Apr - Fri, 3 May
13:05 - 19:03DTW-ORD
6h 58m1 stop
20:05 - 09:07ORD-DTW
12h 02m1 stop
£175Sun Country Air
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Thu, 9 May - Wed, 12 Jun
13:05 - 19:03DTW-ORD
6h 58m1 stop
18:35 - 10:00ORD-DTW
14h 25m1 stop
£195Sun Country Air
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Thu, 9 May - Thu, 13 Jun
08:07 - 18:40DTW-ORD
11h 33m1 stop
13:21 - 20:26ORD-DTW
6h 05m1 stop
Sun, 23 Jun - Tue, 25 Jun
13:13 - 13:35DTW-ORD
1h 22mdirect
08:30 - 16:47ORD-DTW
7h 17m1 stop
£259American Airlines
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Sun, 23 Jun - Tue, 25 Jun

Flights from Detroit to Chicago - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Detroit to Chicago to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for one-way flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago cost £53 and was between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is £264.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago is September, where tickets cost £146 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of tickets is £232 and £212 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 84 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Detroit to Chicago?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The best deals for a one-way ticket found by KAYAK users over the last 3 days were on American Airlines (£40) and Delta (£43). The cheapest round-trip tickets were found on Delta (£78) and Spirit Airlines (£98).

Which airlines fly most frequently between Detroit and Chicago?

Detroit and Chicago are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Delta (11 flights per day), United Airlines (6 flights per day), and American Airlines (4 flights per day).

How many flights are there between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Chicago per day?

Each day, there are between 25 and 30 nonstop flights that take off from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and land in Chicago, with an average flight time of 1h 22m. The most common departure time is 18:00 and most flights take off in the morning, while the most flights land at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Each week, there are 192 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Chicago?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Detroit to Chicago take?

Direct flights take on average 1h 20m to travel the 221 miles between Detroit and Chicago.

What’s the earliest departure time from Detroit to Chicago?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at 06:00 and will be landing in Chicago at 06:30.

What’s the latest departure time from Detroit to Chicago?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago jets off at 21:05 and lands at 21:15.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Detroit to Chicago

Low season

January

High season

December
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Detroit to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Detroit to Chicago flights

  • Is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County International Airport child friendly?

    If you are traveling through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County International Airport with children, pass by any of the multiple play areas located in the airport where they can burn off their energy. The play areas are situated close to gates A8, A18, B20, C6, and D16 at the Evans Terminal. Furthermore, the airport provides nine nursing rooms in the North Terminal and McNamara Terminal for nursing mothers, each of which has electrical outlets, a counter, sink, and comfortable seating.

  • How do I get downtown Detroit to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County International Airport?

    Detroit’s public transit system allows you to easily get from downtown Detroit to the airport in less than an hour using the SMART-operated Line 261 bus, which you can board at the Michigan + Cass station. Alternatively, if you have a lot of luggage or would like to take less time, take a taxi, rideshare service, or drive to the airport, which will take less than 30min to travel the 18-mile journey.

  • What parking facilities are available at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County International Airport?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County International Airport provides passengers with multiple affordable and convenient parking options that include short-term parking, long-term parking, and valet parking. The long-term parking lots are the more affordable options, while valet parking is expensive and most convenient. The airport also provides eight electric vehicle charging stations at both the McNamara Deck and Big Blue Deck, and two stations at the South Cell Phone Lot.

  • Which is the best airport to fly into in Chicago to access disability services?

    If you would like to make use of accessibility services upon your arrival in Chicago, consider flying to Midway International Airport. The airport is the less busy of the main airports serving Chicago, which ensures there will be less foot traffic. Midway International Airport is wheelchair accessible, with the airport providing accessible restrooms and conveniently located elevators with raised numerals and Braille.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago was £50 for a one-way ticket and £99 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Detroit to Chicago?

    Delta, American Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, and Air France offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Detroit to Chicago flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Detroit to Chicago?

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Detroit to Chicago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Chicago?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Detroit and Chicago, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Detroit to Chicago?

    There are direct flights from Detroit to Chicago on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit to Chicago?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Detroit to Chicago.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Detroit to Chicago?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Detroit is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Detroit to Chicago?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Chicago with an airline and back to Detroit with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Detroit to Chicago?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chicago from Detroit up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Detroit to Chicago

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Chicago to Detroit? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £66 or less one-way and £359 or less round-trip.
  • When traveling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County International Airport (DTW), it is recommended that you arrive at the airport at least 90min before your scheduled time of departure for local flights to allow you enough time to check in and go through all necessary TSA security checks.
  • When flying into Chicago you have the option to choose from either of the two major international airports serving the city: Midway International Airport (MDW) or O’Hare International Airport (ORD).
  • If you would want to access lounge facilities upon arrival in Chicago, choose to fly to O’Hare International Airport, which has more lounge facilities than Midway International Airport. These lounges can be found inside security at Terminals 1, 2, 3, and 5 and outside security at Terminal 2.
  • Head over to the cots provided throughout Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County International Airport if you find yourself stranded either due to flight cancellations or bad weather. The cots are limited in supply and provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • For an unforgettable airport experience, make sure to visit the light tunnel that connects the McNamara Terminal and Concourses A and B/C, as well as the water feature in Terminal A of the McNamara Terminal.
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Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Chicago?

Find which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Chicago, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Chicago

Monday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +25 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +26 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +27 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +28 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +26 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +27 more

Thursday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +26 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +27 more

Friday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +29 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +30 more

Saturday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +27 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +28 more

Sunday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +28 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +29 more

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Direct returns

Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +25 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +26 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +27 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +28 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +26 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +27 more

Thursday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +26 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +27 more

Friday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +28 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +29 more

Saturday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +26 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +27 more

Sunday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air Canada, +28 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +29 more

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Book cheap flights from Detroit to Chicago

Cheapest flights to Chicago from Detroit found in 2024

Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Detroit to Chicago found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
27/4Sat
directAmerican Airlines
1h 21mDTW-ORD
£40
1/5Wed
directDelta
1h 26mDTW-ORD
£43
25/5Sat
directDelta
1h 23mDTW-ORD
£44
10/4Wed
1 stopFrontier
23h 56mDTW-ORD
£54
26/4Fri
directDelta
1h 30mDTW-ORD
£55
27/4Sat
1 stopFrontier
15h 11mDTW-ORD
£58
10/4Wed
2 stops
15h 52mDTW-ORD
£71
25/4Thu
1 stopSpirit Airlines
15h 30mDTW-ORD
£72
18/4Thu
1 stopSun Country Air
18h 33mDTW-ORD
£86
25/4Thu
2 stopsSpirit Airlines
20h 04mDTW-ORD
£93

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Last minute flights from Detroit to Chicago

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Detroit to Chicago that are departing in the next 10 days.
1/4Mon
directDelta
1h 20mDTW-ORD
16/4Tue
directDelta
1h 21mORD-DTW
£383
29/3Fri
directDelta
1h 32mDTW-ORD
31/3Sun
directDelta
1h 20mORD-DTW
£468
28/3Thu
directUnited Airlines
1h 34mDTW-ORD
1/4Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
12h 05mORD-DTW
£612

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Detroit - Chicago Flights

Departure:

Detroit (DTW)United States

Return flight deals:

Chicago - Detroit

Cabin classes:

£264

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